reprimand
Pronunciation[change]
- (UK) IPA (key): /ˈrɛprɪmɑːnd/
- (noun) (US) IPA (key): /ˈrɛp.rɪˌmænd/
Audio (UK) (file)
- (verb) (US) IPA (key): /ˈrɛp.rɪˌmænd/ or /ˌrɛp.rɪˈmænd/
Noun[change]
- A reprimand is a severe and formal expression of disapproval.
Verb[change]
Plain form |
Third-person singular |
Past tense |
Past participle |
Present participle |
- If a person is being reprimanded, they are being disapproved in a formal or official way.